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6. PROBE MAINTENANCE
The DO 6 PLUS probe has a galvanic measuring element which
produces an output proportional to the oxygen present in the medium in
which it is placed. The galvanic probe design allows measurements to be
taken immediately—without the typical 15 minute wait of polargraphic
dissolved oxygen probes.
The probe consists of two parts. The upper part consists of the anode,
cathode, and dual cable. The lower part consists of a pre-assembled cap,
and electrolyte solution.
Oxygen diffuses through the membrane onto the cathode, where the
oxygen is consumed. This process produces an electrical current which
f ows through the cable to the meter. The electric current that is produced
is proportional to the oxygen that passes through the membrane and
the layer of electrolyte. This makes it possible to measure the partial
pressure of oxygen in the sample at a given temperature.
Since the dissolved oxygen in the sample is consumed by the cathode it
is essential to have f ow past the membrane to prevent the occurrence of
false readings. The probe uses very little oxygen for a measurement. This
enables it to function correctly with liquid movement as low as 2 inch/
sec across membrane.
The permeability of the membrane to oxygen varies greatly with
temperature. Therefore compensation is needed allow for variations
in temperature. The DO 6 PLUS probe has built-in temperature
compensation.
Proper maintenance will maximize probe life and accurate readings.
Deposits on the membrane surface will act as a barrier to oxygen
diffusing through the membrane, so the membrane should be kept clean
to assure maximum reliability.
After each use, the probe should be thoroughly rinsed with clean water
to avoid any hardening of deposits. If growth develops on the probe, a
disinfecting chemical should be used to clean it.
NOTE: Although the membrane is strong and not easily damaged, it
should be wiped gently to cleaning it. If the membrane is punctured,
damaged, or torn, the probe will not function properly.
There are no special probe storage requirements.